I discovered River Lodge last year, and went back there recently.
After nearly 20 years of traveling around Jamaica I have seen a lot of astonishing places, radiating the right kind of energy. River Lodge is definitely one of them.
The place, an old fort, has a magical spell about it, nature is impressive and abundant and the people of Robins Bay are real and friendly. The general atmosphere is very relaxed and down-to-earth.
The rooms of River Lodge are basic and charming, the shower is cold but refreshing, breakfast is lovely, and Brigitta is a very sweet host.
River Lodge is a well hidden pearl, perfect for those who prefer the real jamaica to the all-inclusives.

Do not go there, it is horrible! We've been there with my girlfriend, and it was a terrible nightmare! We had no water at all, and nobody to help us to fix this. The day after, a guy comes to see how was the night, and when we said we had no water, he was rude and mean with us. Moreover, the price is very expensive for the rooms! DO NOT GO THERE!!!!

I was at River Lodge for one week April 2011 for a yoga retreat. Our group filled the lodge and even though we didn't know each other in the beginning we soon became a 'jungle family'. Yoga twice a day on the beautiful deck in the jungle was wonderful. The accommodations are very rustic and basic and if you come with that in mind, you will not be disappointed. If you prefer luxury and food choices one would be better at a resort. The best beach is about a 10 to 15 minute walk away at Strawberry Fields (another eco-lodge that is not as rustic as River Lodge and more expensive); there is a rocky beach also not far away. With the guidance of Lyon and Grant we experienced hikes and walks and were part of Jamaica that the tourist does not see. It was bliss. Personally the food was not my choice except for breakfast which was delicious but I did not mind eating what was put in front of me. Keep in mind this lodge is very rustic...enjoy the piece and quiet.
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River Lodge is the best place i ve ever stayed in Jamaica. Friendly atmosphere, nice location, charming people. We went there a few days for our wedding. We stayed at the cottages. This place is really nice and clean and contrary to what i ve read on other comments, we never had any problems with the dogs. Even my old mummy who is a bit scared of everything , enjoyed herself a lot. After driving my mum to the airport, we were supposed to stay in an other guesthouse.... but guess what....we spent a night there and come back the day after to river lodge where we spent the rest of our vacation.
This is THE place to stay if you want to discover real jamaica, far away from tourist business...